Economic Policies

Can Gut-Driven Decisions Trump Expert Economic Advice?
Economy Can Gut-Driven Decisions Trump Expert Economic Advice?

The article examines the declining relevance of the Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) in U.S. economic policymaking, particularly under President Donald Trump. Traditionally, the CEA provides objective economic advice to the president, but Trump often sidelined this council. Instead, he dismissed

Trump Pauses Most Tariffs Amid Market Pressures, Targets China
Economy Trump Pauses Most Tariffs Amid Market Pressures, Targets China

President Donald Trump's recent decision to adjust his tariff policies amid a deeply volatile global economic environment has sparked significant discourse and market reactions. On Wednesday, April 2, Trump announced a temporary pause on most national tariffs while hiking tariffs on Chinese

How Will Connecticut Navigate Federal Aid Cuts and Recession?
Economy How Will Connecticut Navigate Federal Aid Cuts and Recession?

Connecticut is grappling with sizeable economic challenges as it confronts the dual pressures of reduced federal assistance and an impending recession. Governor Ned Lamont and state legislators are tasked with developing strategies to address these issues while ensuring the state's financial

Trump’s 2025 Tariffs Risk Global Recession and Higher Inflation
Economy Trump’s 2025 Tariffs Risk Global Recession and Higher Inflation

In April 2025, President Trump implemented significant tariff increases on U.S. imports, marking the most dramatic shift in U.S. trade policy in over a century. Economic experts foresee these tariffs leading to higher inflation and slower growth, raising fears of a global recession. The scope of

Are Trump's Tariffs the Start of a Global Trade War?
Economy Are Trump's Tariffs the Start of a Global Trade War?

Imagine a world where your everyday products like smartphones, clothes, and appliances suddenly become exorbitantly expensive because of government policies. That's the dilemma presenting itself to consumers and businesses alike with President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, announced on

Can Mark Carney Save Canada's Economy from Trump's Tariffs?
Economy Can Mark Carney Save Canada's Economy from Trump's Tariffs?

President Trump's sudden imposition of tariffs has caused significant turmoil in global trade, leading to various challenges for the Canadian economy. In response, Liberal Leader Mark Carney has unveiled an extensive plan aiming to steer Canada through these turbulent times. Drawing on his

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